Sound Tigers Host Wolf Pack Tonight

The Bridgeport Sound Tigers (6-6-0-0), proud AHL affiliate of the New York Islanders, host their in-state rivals, the Hartford Wolf Pack (5-7-0-1), for the second time this season with a 7 p.m. puck drop tonight at Webster Bank Arena. The Sound Tigers are looking to bounce back after a 4-2 setback to the Lehigh Valley Phantoms on Wednesday morning, in which Sebastian Aho and Steve Bernier each scored in the first period, but the Phantoms responded with four unanswered goals. Aho now has five goals in his last four games, including a hat trick last Sunday in Providence. Between the pipes, Kristers Gudlevskis made 23 saves on Wednesday, but it wasn't enough as Bridgeport saw its three-game win streak come to an end.

JUSTICE LEAGUE NIGHT

Arrive early at tonight's game and receive a free light-up trident, which will be given away to the first 2,500 fans when doors open at 6 p.m. for DC Comics presents Justice League Night! In addition, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and the Joker will all be in attendance for pictures and autographs. Limited ticket packages that must be purchased in advance include game access, food and beverage concession specials, a Justice League souvenir figurine, and early entry opportunities starting at $25. ORDER JUSTICE LEAGUE PACKAGE.

THANK YOU, VETERANS

The Sound Tigers will be saluting all veterans and active military personnel at tonight's game by offering a free ticket at the Webster Bank Arena Click It or Ticket Box Office - a small thank you for their service. Anyone with a military ID is encouraged to show it at the box office to take advantage of this offer.

TIGERS VS. WOLF PACK

Tonight's contest marks the third of 10 meetings between the Sound Tigers and Wolf Pack this season, and the second of five matchups at Webster Bank Arena. Bridgeport has already won each of its first two games against Hartford this year, including a 5-1 victory in their last tilt on Oct. 27. Michael Dal Colle, Connor Jones and Josh Ho-Sang all recorded multiple points that night, while Christopher Gibson made 23 saves on 24 shots.

VIEW FROM HARTFORD

Keith McCambridge's club snapped a three-game slide in its last outing on Sunday, earning a 4-2 victory against the Springfield Thunderbirds at home. Scott Kosmachuk, Dan DeSalvo, Steven Fogarty and Vinni Lettieri all scored, while Alexandar Georgiev made 21 saves in net. In addition, three of Hartford's four goals were scored on the power play. Lettieri had one of those and is now tied for second in the AHL among rookies in power-play tallies (four). Lettieri and teammate Adam Tambellini are tied for the team lead with five goals total this season.

AHO-LY MOLY

Sebastian Aho became the first Sound Tigers defenseman to record a hat trick when he scored three times in Providence last Sunday. He added another tally on Wednesday and now leads all AHL blue-liners with six goals this season. In addition, Aho is tied for the league lead in game-winning goals (three), is tied for eighth among rookie scorers with nine points (six goals, three assists) and ranks second on the Sound Tigers in scoring. Aho, who rolls into tonight's game with five points in his last two games, was selected by the New York Islanders in the fifth round (139th overall) of the 2017 NHL Draft.

KILLING IT ON THE KILL

The Sound Tigers penalty kill has been sensational over the last three weeks and enters tonight's game 28 for its last 30 (93.3%), dating back to Oct. 27. In addition, the team's penalty kill is 22 for 23 (95.7%) over its last four outings. It currently ranks 11th in the AHL.

BRICK WALL

Fifth-year goaltender Christopher Gibson is expected to play in tonight's game - his second start against the Wolf Pack this season. Last weekend, Gibson was phenomenal, turning back 51 of 53 shots he faced against Providence and Springfield, which moved him to 13th in the AHL with a 2.36 goals-against-average. Even more impressive, Gibson recorded the second longest shutout streak in Sound Tigers history. He went 158 minutes and 40 seconds without allowing a goal from the first period on Oct. 27 against Hartford to the third frame against Springfield on Saturday. Kevin Poulin holds the team record at 221:54 (2011-12).

QUICK HITS

Six of the Sound Tigers last 12 goals have been scored by defensemen... Bridgeport has outshot its opponents in 10 of 12 games this season... Tanner Fritz has assists in three straight games, while he and Josh Ho-Sang are each riding a three-game point streak overall.

AFFILIATE REPORT

NHL: New York Islanders (8-6-2): Next at St. Louis Blues - Tonight, 8 p.m. ET

Hottest Tickets in Town: The Sound Tigers will boast one of their most extensive and exciting promotional lineups in team history this season. This year's calendar will feature the return of Star Wars Night (Dec. 2), meet-and-greets with the Justice League (Nov. 11) and Marvel (Jan. 27) superheroes, and all-new promotions like a camouflage baseball cap (Jan. 13) and a kid's lunch box giveaway (Feb. 11). Click here to tickets.

Guarantee Your Seats: Season tickets and flex plans are on sale now for the 2017-18 campaign, offering the greatest savings and ultimate flexibility of all ticket packages. Pick between a full-season, 20-game, 15-game or 10-game plan and you'll also be entitled to exclusive benefits, including the ticket holder exchange policy, which means any unused tickets can be traded for future games. Seating options are broken down into six different pricing sections, giving you the flexibility to fit Sound Tigers' hockey into any kind of budget. Please contact Brad Dworinat 203-345-4813 or via brad.dworin@harboryardse.com with questions or to guarantee your seats.

About the Bridgeport Sound Tigers

Founded in 2001, the Bridgeport Sound Tigers Hockey Club is the top minor league affiliate of the New York Islanders. Don't miss your chance to take part in the family fun that occurs during home games at Webster Bank Arena. For further information on ticket or sponsorship opportunities, call our office at (203) 345-2300 or e-mail info@soundtigers.com. For more team information, log on to soundtigers.com.